Women's and Children's Risk Manager
Job summary
Lead Quality. Drive Safety. Shape the Future. University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is seeking an exceptional Women's and Children's Risk Manager to lead the quality, governance and patient safety agenda across maternity, gynaecology, neonates and paediatrics. This is a high-profile leadership role for an experienced midwife who is passionate about improving outcomes for women, babies, children and families.
Working alongside senior clinical and operational leaders, you will drive quality improvement, embed a positive safety culture and ensure services meet the highest national standards. Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.
Main duties of the job
Lead the Women's and Children's governance, risk and patient safety programme. Provide expert leadership on incident management, investigations, Duty of Candour and organisational learning. Develop and deliver quality improvement initiatives in line with national and local priorities. Lead and manage the Maternity Risk Team. Work collaboratively with clinical and operational leaders to embed a positive safety culture and deliver high-quality care. Represent UHCW at local, regional and national risk and governance networks.
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare. We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award.
Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care.
We will create anenvironment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
Job responsibilities
Quality To provide clinical leadership, giving highly complex advice and support to staff as required and acting as patients advocate at all times. The post holder will assist the team in achieving and maintaining high CQC standards and achieving MBRRACE recommendations, and the NPSA and or any other relevant agencies.
Support the Maternity and Newborn Safety Investigation (MNSI) reporting process To monitor and evaluate clinical standards within the department ensuring that clinical practices are evidence based and benchmarked against best practice locally, regionally and nationally.
To work with staff to resolve problems for patients and their relatives and facilitate prompt remedial action where this is required ensuring staff develop the required skills to manage complaints.
Management To investigate and take corrective actions, referring to PMAs as appropriate, untoward incidents, accidents and complaints, in accordance with trust policies and procedures and in collaboration with the Quality Patient Safety Team, and where applicable the client. To ensure a debrief session and appropriate support is arranged for staff following and a Patient Safety incident. To lead and / or support duty of candour meetings.
To ensure that risk management and governance processes are embedded in the department culture. Deliver training across the group raising awareness of governance. To provide a visible, accessible and authoritative presence in the maternity unit to whom patients, their families and all levels of staff can turn to for assistance, advice and support. To line manage the maternity risk team.
To attend local and national network and policy group meetings (including Serious Incident Review Group) and represent UHCW as appropriate. Research and Service Development To participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of the maternity units strategic plan.
To understand all national initiatives and lead in the implementation of national maternity risk and governance projects in order to influence patient care and service delivery. To be aware of and support local research projects as applicabl To support the integration of evidence informed practice among midwives across the Trust.
To work with Obstetric colleagues taking the midwifery lead, in reviewing national guidance as it relates to midwifery care and establish programmes for auditing, implementing and evaluating change. Corporate Governance / Risk Management To develop, implement and monitor systems to manage risk in the clinical area which will include the collection and analysis of statistical data.
To ensure all Datix incident report forms are appropriately initiated and that the investigation into each incident Is completed in accordance with the Trust standards. To develop, implement and monitor systems to manage risk in the clinical area which will include the collection and analysis of statistical data. Please see the attached job description for further details.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential oFirst degree or equivalent in midwifery oRegistered Midwife oTeaching qualification or experience oKnowledge and experience of dealing with Safeguarding in Maternity Services oMasters Degree or working towards oEvidence of relevant education in Risk Management Desirable oLeadership course (accredited or nationally recognised) oExperience of Management of change Experience Essential oExperience working within all settings. oUnderstanding of NHS structure and processes including commissioning, regulation and evolving governmental approaches oUnderstanding of processes of standard setting, assessment and assurance within the NHS oFinancial responsibility / budget holder experience. oAcute statistical knowledge oUnderstanding of use of comparative information to stimulate clinical quality improvement. oUnderstanding of the respective roles of CQC, Monitor, MHRA, NPSA, NICE and other governmental and non-governmental healthcare organisations oSignificant experience as a midwife oExperience of Clinical Audit oExperience of RCA investigation oUnderstanding of statutory regulation of midwifery practice oKnowledge of National Policies and Guidance oExperience in co-ordination, chairing and administration of meetings Desirable oCurrently holds a similar role or previous experience in practice development/education/ project planning.
Knowledge Essential oExtensive knowledge of specialist areas, acquired through experience, written andtheory and degree oKnowledge of using multiple healthcare databases, healthcare systems and procedures oKnowledge of all aspects of clinical governance oKnowledge of modern thinking on patient safety Skills Essential oExpert knowledge of healthcare risk /governance oExcellent oral and written communication skills oHighly developed communication, influencing and negotiating skillsAbility to format and write a report with data presentation/analysis to inform and influence the Quality Governance agenda. oTo lead meetings and discussions with teams across local health community oAbility to communicate highly complex and sensitive information with clinical staff (including through use of presentations) oAbility to deal with disagreement and conflict on a regular basis oOrganised and systematic in approach to work and prioritisation, working without direct supervision, this will include the ability to work to tight deadlines oProject management oAbility to present information concisely and in clear English oAbility to make reasoned decisions rapidly.
Able to use own initiative to make decisions oAbility to understand, manage and communicate data oDemonstrable political judgement and an astute approach to handling diverse interests and complex relationships - clear about referring upwards where necessary oDemonstrable credibility in working with and influencing senior staff oAbility to devise and implement a rigorous and analytical approach to information collection and presentation oAbility to devise project plans and work programs, working independently and as part of a team oKnowledge of Data Protection Act and freedom of information Act, and Caldicott Principles oIT skills in common software packages including Word, and Excel.
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below) oApplicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
